Washington Network for Innovative Careers Skill CenterBaking & Pastry

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

In this advanced course, students learn the techniques of mixing, shaping, and folding while applying the science and math behind baking. Students practice how to successfully make quick breads, decorated cakes, pies, mousses, sauces, custards, frozen desserts, cookies, and confections. They gain expertise in highly skilled techniques such as sugar decorating and chocolate garnishing in a well-equipped, industry-standard kitchen and prepare food for student presentations, school functions, and community service events. This course includes classroom instruction and practical lab work in a commercial kitchen.

Prerequisites: Foods Class strongly recommended

Grades: 11th-12th grade

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